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Maintenance and service
Battery care
The service life and function of the battery
can be affected by numerous starts,
discharges, driving styles, conditions and
climate conditions etc.
For the battery to function satisfactorily,
consider the following:
• Regularly check that the battery fluid
level is correct (A).
• Check all cells. Use a screwdriver to
remove the cover. Each cell has its own
maximum level mark.
• If necessary, top up to the battery's
maximum mark using distilled water.
Battery
NOTE! Never fill above the maximum mark
(A).
• Tighten the cover properly.
NOTE! The service life of the battery may be
negatively affected if it is repeatedly
discharged.
Symbols on the battery
The symbols are on the battery.
Use protective goggles.
Further information can
be found in the owner’s
manual.
IMPORTANT!
Always use distilled or deionised water
(battery water).
Store the battery out of
the reach of children.
The battery contains
corrosive acid.
Avoid sparks and open
flames.
Risk of explosion.